Epoch Senior Living Properties Named Among the Best in Nation by US News

WALTHAM, MA –April 14 - EPOCH Senior Living, a premier provider of exceptional senior living services throughout the Northeast, is proud to announce that eleven EPOCH Senior Living communities were recognized in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report, with 10 named to the publication’s Best Senior Living list.

“Once again, we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report for the exceptional care and services EPOCH provides to its residents and families,’’ said Laurie Gerber, Chairperson of EPOCH Senior Living. “This year’s recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects feedback from the residents and families whose opinions matter most to us. We are honored to see so many of our communities acknowledged, including several for the third year in a row. This is a tribute to the dedication, compassion, and outstanding service our teams provide every day.”

In 2025, U.S. News analyzed 1,506 survey responses from residents and family members at 16 Epoch Senior Living communities. Of these, 10 were recognized as Best Senior Living communities based on resident and family satisfaction in areas such as caregiving, food and dining, management and staff, and other factors. In addition to the Best Senior Living designation, U.S. News also awarded Silver Emblems in categories including activities & enrichment, care, home-like feel, food & dining, and management & staff.

EPOCH communities were among more than 3,000 senior living communities across the country evaluated to help seniors and their families choose the best living arrangement for their unique needs. The ratings are based on surveys of residents and family members, along with input from industry experts.

Now in its fifth year, the 2026 edition names 1,614 communities as Best Senior Living communities for their excellence in care and resident satisfaction.

The EPOCH senior living communities named by US News were:

Waterstone on High Ridge

Best Independent Living- Gold Badge

Best Assisted Living – Gold Badge

Silver Emblem : Independent Living- Activities & Enrichment, Food & Dining

Silver Emblem: Memory Care- Activities & Enrichment

Waterstone at Wellesley

Best Independent Living (prior win 2024)- Gold Badge

Best Assisted Living – Gold Badge

Silver Emblem: Independent Living- Management and Staff, Activities & Enrichment, Food & Dining

Silver Emblem: Assisted Living- Management and Staff, Caregiving, Food & Dining

Waterstone of Lexington
Best Independent Living, Best Assisted Living - Gold Badge

Waterstone at the Circle
Silver Emblem: Independent Living- Food & Dining

Bridges by EPOCH at Hingham

Best Memory Care - Gold Badge
Silver Emblem: Food & Dining, Management and Staff, Caregiving, Feels Like Home

Bridges by EPOCH at Lexington

Best Memory Care - Gold Badge

Bridges by EPOCH at Mashpee
Best Memory Care – Gold Badge

Silver Emblem: Food & Dining (prior win 2025), Activities & Enrichment

Bridges by EPOCH at Pembroke, MA
Best Memory Care - Gold Badge
Silver Emblem: Caregiving, Feels Like Home

Bridges by EPOCH at Sudbury, MA

Best Memory Care - Gold Badge

Silver Emblem: Food & Dining, Activities & Enrichment, Feels Like Home, Food & Dining

Bridges by EPOCH at Trumbull, CT.
Best Memory Care – Gold Badge

Silver Emblem: Activities & Enrichment, Feels Like Home, Food & Dining

Bridges by EPOCH at Westford, MA.
Best Memory Care – Gold Badge

According to U.S. News, the survey asked residents and family members about their satisfaction with aspects of the community such as safety, caregiving, management, staff, food and dining, and activities. The ratings recognize communities that excelled at providing highly satisfactory services and making residents feel safe and well cared for.

To learn more about EPOCH Senior Living's Best communities: Find Epoch Senior Living Ratings & Reviews | US News

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About EPOCH Senior Living

Waltham-based EPOCH Senior Living has been a leader in New England senior living since 1997. Known for delivering outstanding experiences and purpose-built properties, the organization currently operates 11 Bridges® by EPOCH communities and five Waterstone Senior Living communities throughout the Northeast. EPOCH is committed to providing premier residences, high-touch services and wellness opportunities that enable seniors to enjoy comfortable, healthy and dignified lifestyles in gracious settings.

Bridges® by EPOCH is New England's largest stand-alone memory care assisted living provider.